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How Nolan Jones Is Taking Advantage of His Last Opportunity With Cleveland Guardians

Nolan Jones has been given chance after chance with the Cleveland Guardians. And yet even with struggles, there's always a few bigger positives that keeps him in the mix for a starting spot in the outfield each season.

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How Guardians’ Chase DeLauter Silenced Concerns With Impressive Spring Training Game

The Chase DeLauter excitement has yet again risen to the roof. Following a few days without the talented outfielder being on the field due to lower-body soreness, a situation that caused plenty of concern from the general public, he hopped right back out onto the diamond on Sunday, March 1, against the Colorado Rockies.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / March 2

Time for the Guardians to Do What They Said They’d Do

With twenty games left in Spring Training, it’s looking like the Guardians are going to be pushed to put their money where their mouths have been when it comes to not blocking young players.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 2

Guardians Manager Praises Quietly Talented Bullpen Arm Amid Spring Training Breakout

The Cleveland Guardians bolstered the bullpen in the 2026 offseason. In need of finding arms to replace the controversial Emmanuel Clase, and just generally improve, they signed multiple new relievers with hopes that a few could stick and end up becoming staples for the team moving forward.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Daniel Espino News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 2

How Guardians Prospect Daniel Espino Looked in His Long-Awaited Spring Training Debut

No matter what happens throughout the rest of the 2026 MLB Spring Training window, one moment will stand out as unforgettable. After missing several years of development and time on the mound due to injury, prospect pitcher Daniel Espino finally took the mound for the Cleveland Guardians in spring training on Sunday, March 1.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

1 trade Guardians must immediately make to help Jose Ramirez

A historic second-half comeback led to the Cleveland Guardians snatching the AL Central title from the hands of the Detroit Tigers. While the Tigers had the last laugh in their AL Wild Card series win over the Guardians, both teams will look to make a deeper run into October later this year.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / March 1

Big Takeaways From First Week of Cleveland Guardians Spring Training

With one week already under the belt out in Goodyear, Arizona, the Cleveland Guardians are well underway to getting ready for the 2026 season. Here are some things we learned so far.

Cleveland Guardians News / Just Baseball / March 1

Cleveland Guardians 2026 Spring Training Storylines to Follow

Just a few months after winning the American League Central for the second year in a row and third time in the past four years, the Cleveland Guardians are ready to begin their quest for a three-peat.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / February 28

Spring Training: All Eyes on Pitchers

We are finally back. Now a week into Spring Training, quite a few pitchers are showcasing a lot of intriguing tweaks and adjustments to their arsenals, starting with Gavin Williams.

Chase DeLauter News / Covering the Corner / February 28

Guardians News and Notes: DeLauter Ok, Just DeLayed

Numerous sources, including the Athletic’s Zack Meisel and Cleveland.com’s Terry Pluto, have reported that Chase DeLauter is fine, the team is taking precautions they wouldn’t during the season, and he will be back in games on Monday.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / February 27

Top 20 Covering the Corner prospects by the numbers

With top 20 voting for Cleveland Guardians prospects in 2026 in our rear view, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the players our readers selected and see what trends and other potential information stands out about them.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Kyle Manzardo News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Why Kyle Manzardo Could Be The Key To Cleveland Guardians Success in 2026

The Cleveland Guardians enter the 2026 season as one of the teams that can claim the American League Central division. One of the factors is first basemen

Chase DeLauter News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Why Chase DeLauter's Spring Training Injury Isn’t Concerning for Cleveland Guardians

Well, it was bound to happen eventually in 2026, but this fast certainly does raise eyebrows. On Thursday, Feb. 26, the Cleveland Guardians received unfortunate news that prospect outfielder Chase DeLauter would be unable to play for the team against the Texas Rangers in spring training.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 26

Rhys Hoskins’ Latest Comments Leave No Doubt About His Role With Guardians

Rhys Hoskins is ready to make an impact on the Cleveland Guardians. On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Rhys Hoskins sat down to reflect on the 2025 campaign, discussing what he learned from his stop with the Milwaukee Brewers and how he’s focused on reclaiming an everyday role heading into the upcoming campaign with the Guardians.

Cleveland Guardians News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

Cleveland Guardians Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan

The Cleveland Guardians sure are reinventing the wheel, but they’re also tightening the bolts. After back-to-back AL Central titles, the team heads into 2026 doubling down on elite pitching, defensive range, and letting their young bats grow up fast.

Steven Kwan News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

Center of Attention: Steven Kwan and the Guardians’ Outfield Puzzle

For years, center field has been a revolving door for the Cleveland Guardians. If you ask long-time fans to name the last above-average regular, you’ll likely hear the name Grady Sizemore.

Chase DeLauter News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Guardians Announce Chase DeLauter News After Removal From Spring Training Lineup

The Cleveland Guardians did not have a busy offseason aside from extending the face of the franchise, third baseman Jose Ramirez, to a seven‑year, $175 million contract in January. That approach is not surprising for a small‑market organization that relies heavily on internal development rather than external spending.

Rhys Hoskins News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 25

Rhys Hoskins Makes Blunt Brewers Admission After Signing With Guardians

His two years with the Milwaukee Brewers may not have gone at all as he planned, but Rhys Hoskins really wasn't that bad last season. In 90 games, Hoskins put up a .748 OPS with 12 home runs and 43 RBIs.

Noah Syndergaard News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

10 Years Later: Remembering Noah Syndergaard’s Dominant 2016 All-Star Season

Ten years ago, in the summer of 2016, Noah Syndergaard didn’t just make his first All-Star team — he announced himself as one of the most overpowering pitchers in baseball.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Rhys Hoskins gets key update after signing with Guardians

Over the weekend, the Cleveland Guardians signed first baseman and DH Rhys Hoskins. Hoskins was one of the few remaining power bats on the free-agent market, and the Guardians are signing him to a one-year, minor-league contract.

Rhys Hoskins News / Yardbarker / February 22

Power-needy Guardians take flier on Rhys Hoskins

The Cleveland Guardians lineup has been an ongoing weakness. A low-cost signing could make a significant difference.

Stephen Vogt addresses if Guardians will name captain after Steve Cohen comments

Yankees' Austin Wells, Guardians' Steven Kwan voice warnings after Tony Clark's MLBPA resignation

The 'Active 30-home run MLB hitters' quiz

Steven Kwan News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Steven Kwan To Get Center Field Reps In Spring Training

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt told reporters today that Steven Kwan will get some center field reps during spring training as the club tries to find its best outfield alignment for the upcoming season.

Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / February 19

Guardians pitchers plead not guilty in pitch-rigging case

A scheduled spring trial for Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz accused of colluding with sports bettors on an alleged pitch-rigging scheme likely will be postponed until October.